Ben Grunert

Ben Grunert

Ben Grunert is a senior contributor for Soaring Down South, covering the Atlanta Hawks as a sports journalist based in Atlanta. He has been writing about the NBA since 2022, covering three different NBA teams for FanSided: the Atlanta Hawks, the Boston Celtics, and the Denver Nuggets. He was previously an NBA writer for NBA Analysis Network and a contributor for 8 Points, 9 Seconds (FanSided’s Indiana Pacers page). He also covers NCAA basketball and NCAA football for The Sporting News.

Oct 16, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Daeqwon Plowden (29) takes a three-point shot against the Miami Heat in the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Hawks' 2-way signing sends message with G League masterclass

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Atlanta Hawks v Toronto Raptors

Hawks can make NBA history with this unique team accomplishment

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Dec 29, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN;  Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (34) reacts after making a three-point basket against the Toronto Raptors in the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Trae Young closing in on Hall-of-Fame PG for top-5 spot in legendary stat

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Atlanta Hawks v Toronto Raptors

Trae Young’s postgame comments highlight backcourt mate’s impact on Hawks’ culture

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Minnesota Timberwolves v Atlanta Hawks

Quin Snyder's comments underscore De'Andre Hunter's impact on Hawks

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New Orleans Pelicans v Atlanta Hawks

Hawks' G League standout could make noise as replacement for injured youngster

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Chicago Bulls v Atlanta Hawks

Dyson Daniels earns spot on notable list amid breakout season with Hawks

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Mar 23, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks general manager Landry Fields on the court before a game against the Charlotte Hornets at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

EuroLeague legend should be wildcard trade deadline target for Hawks

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Atlanta Hawks general manager Landry Fields looks on during the draft combine.

Former 6th Man of the Year makes perfect sense as Hawks trade target

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Dallas Mavericks v Washington Wizards

How veteran point guard Malcolm Brogdon can complete the Hawks’ roster

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Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Atlanta Hawks.

Draymond Green singles out ‘dangerous' game-changer for Hawks

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Atlanta Hawks general manager Landry Fields addresses the media.

Former exec puts Hawks youngster on notice with call for deadline trade

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Oct 17, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Ousmane Dieng (13) defends a pass by Atlanta Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye (18) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Atlanta Hawks young guns hitting their stride in the G League

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Atlanta Hawks v Milwaukee Bucks

Atlanta Hawks expected to make wise choice with Dyson Daniels

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New York Knicks v Atlanta Hawks

The 1 metric responsible for the Atlanta Hawks’ recent surge

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Nov 27, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Larry Nance Jr. (22) stands on the court during a timeout in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

3 trade destinations that make the most sense for Larry Nance Jr.

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